All coaches must have all required state clearances on file at the Parish Office as well as a certification in Protecting God’s Children and Mandated Reporter Training. Contact the school office to check the status of your clearances: [email protected].
Mandated Reporter Training can be completed online at www.reportabusepa.pitt.edu.
If you are interested in becoming a coach or assistant coach, please download the Coach Application Form.

According to the HCAAA By-Laws: 
Sec. 2: Selection criteria and proper certification as prescribed in the Diocesan rules will be utilized in securing head coaches, JV coaches, and all assistants. These include, but may not be limited to: 

• Demonstrate a consistent Christian ethic on and off the field or court.
• Possess Act 34 clearance, which is a criminal background check and Act 151, which is a child abuse background check. (Possess any necessary clearances).
• Attend Protecting God’s Children in-service.                                                                        
• Be approved by the principal.
• Have the necessary knowledge of the sport in order to ensure the students have a worthwhile experience.
• Be emotionally stable and responsible.